GRE Word List
PHYSIOGNOMY
the art of discovering temperament and character from outward appearance
The meaning of the word physiognomy is the art of discovering temperament and character from outward appearance.
Random words
| Word | Meaning |
|---|---|
| whittle | a large knife |
| nauseous | causing nausea or disgust : nauseating |
| dauntless | incapable of being intimidated or subdued : fearless |
| ballast | a heavy substance (such as rocks or water) placed in such a way as to improve stability and control (as of the draft of a ship or the buoyancy of a balloon or submarine) |
| seasonable | suitable to the season or circumstances : timely |
| presumptuous | overstepping due bounds (as of propriety or courtesy) : taking liberties |
| indefatigable | incapable of being fatigued : untiring |
| hut | an often small and temporary dwelling of simple construction : shack |
| derelict | abandoned especially by the owner or occupant |
| mausoleum | a large tomb |